Fine, you don’t like trains. But many buses stop right near Marble Arch too. The 2, 10, 16, 36, 73, 74, and 148 all drop you nearby. It’s like a bus party.
Buses are actually great if you want to feel smug about seeing all the traffic from above. Plus, you can people-watch from the top deck. That’s a pre-game warm-up to the Wonderland weirdness.
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But the tube is faster. And the tube is warmer. And you don’t have to worry about some tourist accidentally ringing the bell every 30 seconds.
Pro tip: plan your exit
When you’re leaving, full of sugar and disappointment that you didn’t win the giant panda, Marble Arch gets packed. Everyone has the same idea.
Here’s a little secret: walk five minutes to Lancaster Gate station. It’s on the Central Line too, but it’s quieter. You’ll queue for about 30 seconds instead of 15 minutes. You’re welcome.
Or, if you’re feeling rebellious, walk to Paddington. It’s a 15-minute walk, but Paddington has trains, the tube, and a statue of a bear in a hat. A win-win-win.
